Mr. Gary Eugene Hatley, 66, of Hickory, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025 at his residence.
Gary was born February 6, 1959 in Caldwell County to the late William J. Hatley and Fannie Puckett Hatley. He loved to paint and play golf.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Billy Hatley, Douglas Hatley, Donald Hatley, and Robert Hatley.
He is survived by his daughters, Taylor Cook (Elisha) and Angela Frye; sons, Derick and Ashton; sisters, Wanda White and husband Kirk, and Barbara Briales and husband Tony; brother, Greg Hatley and wife Debbie; and numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service with Pastor Freddy Lindsey officiating. Interment will follow at Calvary Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Service.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.
I love you forever, Pops ❤️
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Gary. I know will be missed. We have not seen him in years and I am sorry for that. Bless his soul my Lord.
John and Joyce Hatley Lethcoe
We hate to hear of your passing. We are praying for everyone.
Oh Gary, HB! Sweetness man. This truly breaks my heart. Gone to soon. I am still in shock. Lost for words of your sudden departure. It ends to quickly. You were always so funny, laughing, cutting up, being happy. Although I haven’t saw you in a few years. You were always in my heart!
Tell my Beloved Rob I love and miss him. Tell him I will see him again. Fly High and Rest Easy my Brother.. Your Sis n Law Sherry!😔
Lov ya hog
Prayers for you Taylor. Gary always liked to joke around and make everyone laugh. He will be missed. ❤️